For the first time ever, Wicked the Musical is coming to Riyadh
Big day for theatre enthusiasts
Musicals, normal ones at least, are not my cup of tea. Before you click off, I should mention that Wicked the Musical is most definitely not a normal musical. I’ll explain what I mean by the end of this article, but for now, let’s get ready for Wicked the Musical in Riyadh.
Happening from December 3 until December 20, Wicked the Musical in Riyadh will be taking over the King Fahad Cultural Centre, and tickets are actually out now.
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A true global phenomenon like no other, Wicked is actually the first musical movie I’ve watched in years, but when Ariana Grande plays a character as iconic as Glinda, you simply have to watch it on the big screen (my friends made their case, and having watched it, I have to agree).
Wicked the Musical began with Stephen Schwartz discovering Gregory Maguire’s 1995 novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West while on vacation, and saw the potential to create a major dramatic adaptation, and the rest is true, magical history.
The story
The plot revolves around two witches, Elphaba and Glinda, both before and after Dorothy Gale arrived in Oz. The musical focuses on the complicated friendship between Elphaba (who becomes the Wicked Witch of the West) and Glinda (who becomes Glinda the Good). Wicked showcases how the friendship is tested by their differing personalities, conflicting opinions, a mutual love interest, the corrupt rule of the Wizard of Oz, and ultimately, and heartbreakingly, Elphaba’s tragic fall from grace.
The musical is based on a book by Winnie Holzman and the novel by Gregory Maguire. The music and lyrics are done by the iconic Stephen Schwartz.
Tickets
I already know the next question out of your mouth is going to be “What about tickets?” I have you covered. Tickets are already on sale, starting at SAR80 for early bird ones and SAR100 for regularly priced tickets.
In numbers
Wicked has captured the attention of more than 65 million theatregoers across over 130 cities in 25 countries, bringing more than 100 performers, crew, and orchestra members to Riyadh. Get ready for awe-inspiring sets, over 350 stunning costumes, and show-stopping musical numbers.
Location: King Fahad Cultural Centre
Dates: Dec 3 to Dec 20
Cost: SAR80, book here
Timings: 6pm to 10pm
Images: Getty
